Core i7-3720QM

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7-3720QM

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i7-3720QM based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,868 Rank: 982
Rank Name Score Visual
978 Core i5-8365U 4,873
+0.1%
979 Core i7-4860HQ 4,871
+0.1%
980 Intel Core i5-6198DU 4,870
+0%
981 Xeon E3-1270 V2 4,868
+0%
982 Core i7-3720QM 4,868
983 Core i7-3770S 4,867
+-0%
984 Core i7-4870HQ 4,867
+-0%
985 Core i7 975 4,866
+-0%
986 Xeon Silver 4114 4,865
-0.1%
987 Xeon D-1539 4,865
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7-3720QM based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,782 Rank: 869
Rank Name Score Visual
865 Xeon X5660 4,786
+0.1%
866 Core i7 980 4,784
+0%
867 Core i5-7600T 4,783
+0%
868 Core i7-4700HQ 4,783
+0%
869 Core i7-3720QM 4,782
870 Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U 4,781
+-0%
871 Ryzen 3 1300X 4,781
+-0%
872 Xeon E3-1225 v3 4,780
+-0%
873 Xeon E3-1225 v6 4,779
-0.1%
874 Xeon D-1520 4,779
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7-3720QM based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,926 Rank: 991
Rank Name Score Visual
987 Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 4,933
+0.1%
988 Core i7-8665U 4,932
+0.1%
989 Ryzen 5 2500U 4,931
+0.1%
990 Core i7-3820 4,927
+0%
991 Core i7-3720QM 4,926
992 Xeon E5-2650 v4 4,923
-0.1%
993 Pentium G3450 4,922
-0.1%
994 Core i5-3360M 4,921
-0.1%
995 Pentium Gold G6405 4,920
-0.1%
996 EPYC 7302 4,919
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i7-3720QM based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,641 Rank: 857
Rank Name Score Visual
853 Core i5-4590S 4,642
+0%
854 Core i7-4700HQ 4,642
+0%
855 Xeon E3-1290 4,642
+0%
856 Core i7-4710HQ 4,641
+0%
857 Core i7-3720QM 4,641
858 Xeon X5677 4,641
+0%
859 Xeon Bronze 3204 4,640
+-0%
860 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G 4,639
+-0%
861 Core i7-2700K 4,639
+-0%
862 Core i5-4570S 4,639
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7-3720QM based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,650 Rank: 791
Rank Name Score Visual
787 Xeon E3-1265L v3 4,655
+0.1%
788 Core i7-4960HQ 4,653
+0.1%
789 Core i7-4900MQ 4,653
+0.1%
790 Core i7-4810MQ 4,652
+0%
791 Core i7-3720QM 4,650
792 Core i7-4870HQ 4,650
+0%
793 Xeon D-2123IT 4,649
+-0%
794 Core i3-8350K 4,649
+-0%
795 Core i7-4860HQ 4,649
+-0%
796 Xeon E3-1230 4,649
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7-3720QM based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,639 Rank: 866
Rank Name Score Visual
862 Ryzen 3 1200 4,640
+0%
863 Core i7-3820QM 4,640
+0%
864 Xeon D-1527 4,639
+0%
865 Core i7-3920XM 4,639
+0%
866 Core i7-3720QM 4,639
867 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE 4,638
+-0%
868 Core i3-8109U 4,638
+-0%
869 Core i5-6442EQ 4,638
+-0%
870 Xeon X5690 4,638
+-0%
871 Core i7-2700K 4,637
+-0%

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Core i7-3720QM Details

The Core i7-3720QM stands as a testament to Intel's engineering in the early 2010s, offering a balance of performance and power efficiency that made it a popular choice for high-end laptops during its era. Released in 2012, this processor is now over a decade old, placing it firmly in the category of legacy hardware. While it may no longer compete with modern CPUs in raw performance, its architecture and design reflect the technological priorities of its time, emphasizing integrated graphics and multi-threaded efficiency. As of March 2026, it serves primarily as a reference point for understanding the evolution of mobile computing, rather than a viable option for new systems.

Built on Intel's 22 nm process and the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture, the Core i7-3720QM features four cores and eight threads, enabled by Hyper-Threading technology. It operates at a base frequency of 2.6 GHz, with a turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz, allowing it to handle demanding applications efficiently for its time. The processor supports DDR3-1333/1600 memory and has a maximum memory capacity of 32 GB, with dual-channel memory support delivering a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. It is designed for the FCBGA1224 and FCPGA988 sockets, commonly used in high-performance laptops, and carries a TDP of 45 W, indicating its focus on balanced thermal performance.

The integrated HD Graphics 4000 GPU provides a notable advantage, offering a base frequency of 650 MHz and a burst frequency of 1.25 GHz. This graphics solution supports up to three displays and includes DirectX 11 and OpenGL 4.0 support, making it capable of handling light gaming and multimedia tasks. While not suitable for modern gaming, it was sufficient for the applications of its era, including HD video playback and basic 3D rendering.

In terms of features, the Core i7-3720QM supports a wide range of Intel technologies, including AES-NI for encryption, AVX2 for advanced vector processing, and VT-x and VT-d for virtualization. It also includes Intel vPro for enterprise management, EIST for power efficiency, and TXT for secure execution. These capabilities made it a versatile choice for both professional and consumer use.

Benchmark results highlight the processor's strengths and limitations. It achieves an Overall Score of 4868, ranking #981 out of 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 4926 (#991) and a Multicore Score of 4782 (#869). While it holds its own against some modern low-power processors, it trails significantly behind today's top-tier CPUs, such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or the Core Ultra 9 285K. Its strongest performance lies in single-threaded tasks, where it ranks among the top performers for its generation, but its multicore capabilities are less competitive in the current landscape.

In conclusion, the Core i7-3720QM is a capable processor for its time, particularly suited for legacy systems or retro computing enthusiasts. Its combination of integrated graphics, strong single-core performance, and efficient power consumption made it a standout in the early 2010s. However, as of 2026, it is best suited for non-demanding applications or as a nostalgic piece of computing history rather than a practical choice for modern workloads.
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Intel Core i7-3720QM

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7-3720QM
Model Number: i7-3720QM
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Socket: FCBGA1224, FCPGA988
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 45 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1250 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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